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Scattered here and there through the stacks of unpublished manuscript which constitute this formidable Autobiography and Diary of mine, certain chapters will in some distant future be found which deal with “Claimants”—claimants historically notorious: Satan, Claimant; the Golden Calf, Claimant; the Veiled Prophet of Khorassan, Claimant; Louis XVII., Claimant; William Shakespeare, Claimant; Arthur Orton, Claimant; Mary Baker G. Eddy, Claimant—and the rest of them. Eminent Claimants, successful Claimants, defeated Claimants, royal Claimants, pleb Claimants, showy Claimants, shabby Claimants, revered Claimants, despised Claimants, twinkle starlike here and there and yonder through the mists of history and legend and tradition—and oh, all the darling tribe are clothed in mystery and romance, and we read about them with deep interest and discuss them with loving sympathy or with rancorous resentment, according to which side we hitch ourselves to. It has always been so with the human race. There was never a Claimant that couldn’t get a hearing, nor one that couldn’t accumulate a rapturous following, no matter how flimsy and apparently unauthentic his claim might be. Arthur Orton’s claim that he was the lost Tichborne baronet come to life again was as flimsy as Mrs. Eddy’s that she wrote Science and Health from the direct dictation of the Deity; yet in England near forty years ago Orton had a huge army of devotees and incorrigible adherents, many of whom remained stubbornly unconvinced after their fat god had been proven an impostor and jailed as a perjurer, and to-day Mrs. Eddy’s following is not only immense, but is daily augmenting in numbers and enthusiasm. Orton had many fine and educated minds among his adherents, Mrs. Eddy has had the like among hers from the beginning. Her church is as well equipped in those particulars as is any other church. Claimants can always count upon a following, it doesn’t matter who they are, nor what they claim, nor whether they come with documents or without. It was always so. Down out of the long-vanished past, across the abyss of the ages, if you listen you can still hear the believing multitudes shouting for Perkin Warbeck and Lambert Simnel.
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Mark Twain, the pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, is a literary giant whose wit, wisdom, and storytelling prowess have left an indelible mark on American literature. With a keen eye for the human experience and a knack for humor, Twain's works transport readers to the heart of 19th-century America. He is best known for classics like "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," which offer a humorous yet profound exploration of the complexities of childhood and the human spirit. Twain's writing goes beyond the confines of time and place, addressing universal themes of morality, social justice, and the search for personal freedom. His storytelling is a delightful blend of satire and sentiment, offering readers both laughter and moments of reflection. Whether you're in search of adventure along the Mississippi River or a glimpse into the idyllic small-town life of the past, Twain's works are an invitation to explore the rich tapestry of American literature. Listening to Twain's audiobooks is like embarking on a journey through the heartland of America, where every character, every anecdote, and every turn of phrase carries the unmistakable mark of a literary genius. Discover or rediscover the timeless charm of Mark Twain's tales and let his words continue to resonate with readers of all ages.
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